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  • Understanding the FDA Debarment List

    Published On: November 4th, 2024

    As a healthcare business owner, staying compliant with regulatory requirements is essential to the success and positive reputation of your business. One primary aspect of compliance is ensuring [...]

  • An Overview of Healthcare Compliance Laws and Regulations

    Published On: November 1st, 2024

    When you work in healthcare, you must comply with the most rigorous regulations that safeguard patient health and privacy, protect workers, and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse [...]

  • Benefits of a Corporate Compliance Certification in Healthcare

    Published On: October 30th, 2024

    In many cases, businesses lack the necessary resources to stay up to date with their compliance requirements. Obtaining a corporate compliance certification helps professionals stay well-informed about [...]

  • Understanding the Watch List System for Award Management Exclusions

    Published On: October 25th, 2024

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is the federal government’s main procurement agency. Through the GSA, federal government agencies purchase goods and services from vendors. For example, the [...]

  • OCR Imposes $70,000 Right of Access Violation CMP Against Dental Practice

    Published On: October 24th, 2024

    The number “50” represents significant milestones - birthdays, anniversaries, the years since events both tragic and inspiring. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the Department of Health and [...]

  • Making Health Information Management Software Work for You

    Published On: October 23rd, 2024

    The complexities of managing protected health information (PHI) warrant using health information management software to ensure the proper monitoring, sharing, and storage of sensitive data. However, compliance [...]

Blog Categories

  • 42 CFR Part 2

    42 CFR Part 2 dictates rules for the confidentiality of substance abuse records. Find out when providers are permitted to share records and when they are not.

  • Healthcare Compliance

    Healthcare compliance is complex, especially when you have to meet multiple compliance standards. Learn how to navigate HIPAA, OSHA, and SOC 2 requirements.

  • Healthcare Data Breach Report

    Each month, we review what caused healthcare data breaches and how they could have been prevented. Learn how to protect your business from breaches and fines.

  • HIPAA Compliance

    Whether you’re a healthcare provider, health plan, or healthcare vendor, you must meet HIPAA standards. Learn what’s required for HIPAA compliance and how to implement a successful program.

  • HIPAA News

    Keep up to date on HIPAA news by checking in with us. We will provide you with information on changes to HIPAA law, healthcare breaches, HIPAA violations, and OCR fines.

  • HIPAA Violation Fines

    Healthcare organizations that fail to meet HIPAA Privacy, Security, or Breach Notification Rules can face HIPAA violation fines. Find out who has been fined and how they could have prevented penalties.

  • MACRA MIPS

    To be eligible for reimbursement under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), you must meet Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) standards.

  • OCR Enforcement

    The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is the enforcing body of HIPAA. The OCR conducts investigations into potential HIPAA violations, issuing judgments that can result in settlements.

  • OIG Compliance

    The Office of Inspector General (OIG) released guidance, referred to as the seven elements of compliance. Find out how to implement an effective compliance program.

  • OSHA Healthcare Compliance

    OSHA healthcare compliance ensures a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Find out how to meet various OSHA standards specific to healthcare.

  • Right of Access

    The HIPAA Right of Access standard requires healthcare providers to comply with patient record requests. This standard is the most cited in HIPAA settlements. Learn the rules.

  • SOC 2 Compliance

    The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) created a cybersecurity framework called Service Organization Control Type 2 (SOC 2). Learn how about SOC 2 compliance.